Description
Cozy Celery and Lentil Soup is the ultimate comfort dish for chilly evenings. This hearty, nutrient-rich soup features vibrant green lentils and fresh celery, simmered to perfection with aromatic spices. Each bowl offers a warm embrace, perfect for sharing with loved ones or savoring solo. Quick to prepare, this delightful recipe will leave your taste buds satisfied and your kitchen filled with inviting scents.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup green lentils, rinsed
- 4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups fresh celery, diced
- 1 cup carrots, diced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced celery and carrots; sauté for about five minutes until tender.
- Stir in rinsed lentils and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
- Add dried thyme, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Optional: Blend part of the soup for a creamier texture while leaving some lentils whole.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh herbs or a drizzle of olive oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg